Front Axle Differential Lock Fluid, Draining And Filling: Notes

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm:VAG1331
Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit:SMN372500
Flexible Funnel:VAS6675
Commercially available hose approximately (1.50 m long) outer circumference approximately 15 mm
Commercially Available Funnel
Acid-Resistant Safety Gloves

Observe the safety information.
The vehicle must be level.
The front axle differential lock is in installation position.

CAUTION:

There is a risk of injury.

Wear acid-resistant safety gloves.

-- If equipped, remove the noise insulation. Refer to NOISE INSULATION .

-- Place the :SMN372500 under the final drive.

-- Use the :VAS6675 to drain the oil.

-- Position the Funnel so that the subframe does not come in contact with the oil.

-- Remove the oil drain plug -arrow- from the front axle differential lock.

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-- Completely drain the Front Axle Differential Lock Fluid.

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The illustration shows an example for use.

NOTE:

If the oil can no longer be filled, please pay attention to the disposal regulations.

-- Install the new oil drain plug -arrow- (see previous illustration) and tighten to the tightening specification.

-- Install the noise insulation. Refer to NOISE INSULATION .